Fast Takes on Zion Harness’s Rising Recruitment
- Five scholarship offers are already in hand: Texas Tech, Ole Miss, Arkansas, Pittsburgh, and New Mexico.
- As a sophomore, he earned Second Team All-District honors in Texas’s highly competitive 8-5A Division 1.
- A pure athlete, he posted elite times this spring: 10.82s in the 100m, 22.5s in the 200m, and 49.8s in the 400m.
- He’s a product of Temple Lake Belton (TX), the very same high school that produced current Tech receiver Micah Hudson.
“I’m One of Their Top Ones Right Now” — Tech Camp Magic
Zion was right at home at Texas Tech’s June 1 camp in Lubbock:
“It was just a great experience. The coaches were super friendly from the start. I felt an immediate connection with Coach Brian Nance and Coach Juice Johnson—especially after our one-on-one and fast 40. After that, the offer came, and I was elated.”
“Grateful & Blessed” — Offer Feels Like a Dream Come True
Harness reflected on what the moment meant:
“Getting that offer felt like a blessing. I realized how much opportunity I’ve been given—something not every kid gets. They saw me, believed in me, and it felt like all my hard work was worth it.”
️ What Zion Wants in Year Three — Leadership, Consistency, Big Production
He’s aiming to take the next step:
- Be more vocal, guiding both younger and older teammates.
- Improve on 300 receiving yards from his sophomore season and deliver a standout performance across the board.
Still On the Radar of Texas & Baylor
He’s set to visit:
- Texas camp on June 12
- Baylor camp on June 21
Expect powerhouse programs to test his mettle—and his interest in them is piquing.
Why Texas Tech Is in the Lead
Tech’s attention has gone beyond the field—they’ve been engaging through social media, boosting his confidence and boosting his status among recruiters:
“They’ve been showing me a lot of love—reposting my stuff, chatting with me. That connection feels real. They’re definitely in my top group right now.”
“Micah Hudson’s Influence Helped Him See the Path”
Harness’s bond with former Bulldog and current Red Raider Micah Hudson runs deep:
“Micah’s like a brother—he’s coached me since I was young. When he visited over Easter, we worked, he shared drills and insight about college life. That mentorship made a big difference.”
“Coach Nance & Coach Juice Made It Personal”
- Brian Nance: “He’s been part of my journey for years. I trust him, and that trust showed in my offer.”
- Juice Johnson: “He came to my spring-ball practice freshman year, spent time with me, gave me pointers. He told me I could take that talent to the next level—give it what it’s worth.”
“Even Coach McGuire Showed the Love”
He even got props from the big boss:
“I talked briefly with Coach Joey McGuire—he said I was one of the studs. That means a lot coming from the head coach, and it made me feel seen.”
✅ “SEC Offers Are Now Real”
His first SEC offer was from Ole Miss, then Arkansas reached out with no camp needed. He’ll also be visiting A&M this Sunday—his recruitment is on fire.
Final Word: Zion Harness is a Rising Star
This spring has been a perfect storm of timing, talent, and opportunity:
- He’s got blazing 4.4-type speed, polished route-running, and a strong sense of character.
- With Tech leading the charge, many top programs are circling—but Zion seems ready to pick the perfect fit.
All eyes are on Temple Lake Belton’s breakout phenom—and everything he says, everything he does from here on out will make one question: “What could become of someone with this kind of attention and confidence?”
